Select Answers: Mick Foley/WWE, MJF Title Run, Naomi

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Given the departure of Mick Foley from his legends deal and the reasons around it, I’ve been curious. Does political discourse around TKO and WWEs affiliation with the current administration (I don’t even want to say that man’s name) cause issues between talent and creative heads like Triple H or is it kind of an issue that doesn’t really get talked about much backstage?

I've actually not heard it discussed a ton backstage. It's something that gets discussed more privately or personally than with management. There have been a few people that have made it clear they don't want to be associated with any of that participation. But honestly, it's not something that a lot of people feel comfortable really discussing. I've certainly pushed plenty of people on it, but you can't make them talk.

How long was the MJF Title run planned?

At least since Mid-November. That's as far back as I've also heard that he was set to be added to the match. But just because these title reigns have been short doesn't mean that they weren't planned out!

When can Naomi come back?

She's still got a lot of maternity leave time, and hasn't had the child. But most wrestling companies don't push for quick returns, and like to give them appropriate breathing room to be able to do what they need to do. I'd be surprised if we see her in 2026, but if Naomi decides she wants to, she certainly will.